From lightweight pieces for a sun-soaked beach holiday to semi-precious adornments for royal resort stays, let the choice of your jewellery complement your honeymoon experience and set the mood for a romantic journey.
Now that the wedding and reception are done for good and the couple is breathing a sigh of relief, it’s time to indulge in togetherness and pamper each other with lots of fun and love. As you prepare for your honeymoon, you may want to pack in a combination of stunning, sexy and easy apparels. Relaxed feel and a boho look is what you are looking at, whether it’s outfits or jewellery for that matter. You want to blend into the vivacious sea breeze or absorb the refreshing feel of the hills without any constraints. But surely you don’t want your jewellery to look out of place or restrain the fun and adventure you are setting out for.
We bring you a honeymoon bling guide so you can enjoy the leisure in complete style and comfort.
Nishant Tulsiani, Director, Anaqa says: “Honeymoon is the best trip to take a break from the hustled- bustled life of the newly-weds. Be it a mini vacation to the hill stations or a fun trip to the beaches, jewellery forms an integral part of a bride’s travel essentials.
While a bride packs her favourite dresses for the honeymoon, she also needs to pack the right jewellery that can complement those outfits. Out of the huge variety available, layered neckpieces that can be worn for a casual lunch or a formal night out with your husband are an ideal choice for the honeymoon. Apart from this, chunky anklets, chic bracelets, tassel earrings and stylish ear cuffs can also set the mood for a romantic outing with your beau.”
Sleek, Contemporary & Versatile
After days of adorning a traditional look, you now have a chance to change into a contemporary makeover. Pick and choose a jewellery ensemble that’s sleek and versatile to go with different looks.
A fine fusion of trinkets like pendants, danglers, armlets and bracelets that can be paired with both denims and short dresses is always a good recommendation. “Light-weight and edgy jewellery in hues of blue, yellow and orange is just as versatile as it is elegant. Sleek and contemporary pieces in citrine, corals, cubic zirconia and aquamarine are apt pick for the fashion connoisseurs. Oxidised jewellery is also perfect option to accentuate your travel plans,” explains Nishant.
Classy Pieces for Cruise & Exotica
For cruising, vineyard tours and vintage and royal resort stays, you can add the right charm and sophistication with semi-precious and select precious jewellery.
Sonal Sahrawat, Creative Director, Sonal’s Bijoux & Adawna, says: “Gemstones such as blue and rainbow opals, turquoise, green tourmaline, and rutilated quartz will help you. Avoid chunky pieces if you’re going for an effortless vibe. You can also go for neutral coloured stones that can easily mix and match with multiple looks (like simulated pearls and Swarovski crystals).”
Dainty hand cuffs can be paired with distressed denim shorts/jeans and tops. Team up ear cuffs with jeans & tees, cutoffs & bare back tops, maxi dresses, or any casual chic outfit.
Baywatch – Match with Sundresses
Beaches are usually one of the most preferred honeymoon destinations. Striking danglers in geometric shapes are a great match for sundresses. Floral-inspired rings and fingers also go well with the look. Trendy anklets and long, lightweight neck chains can perfectly accessorize when paired with beach wear and your favourite flip-flops.
A note of caution: Stay clear of chunkier bracelets or statement necklace to avoid thick tan lines.
Flaunt Your Graceful Side in Quaint Hills
“An elongated earring with pearls or colored gemstones is just the right accessory that you need to enjoy the cool breeze of the hills. Ear studs and tennis bracelets, crafted in silver with Swarovski and white stones embellished over them can gracefully enhance your style on a hilly destination,” suggests Nishant.
“Big dangler earrings and ear cuffs are the best pick when it comes to flaunting in hilly resorts. White pearls in classic strings or glamorous drop earrings will look wonderful by the fireside, and combining them with diamonds will make good your candle-lit dinner. A cocktail ring with a central gemstone is a wonderful way to introduce colour,” says Sonal.
Let your trinkets enhance the feel and mood of your overall honeymoon experience.
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Pack with Care
- DIY soft pouches – Small pouches made of soft fabric will be easy to carry and barely occupy any space and fit into any bag.
- Towel – Travel towel can be useful if you put your jewellery safely in between, wrapped in a tissue and tie the end of the towel with hair ties.
- If you’re carrying chunky neckpieces along, then remember to string them through straws to avoid them from tangling. Pearls that are timeless require a certain amount of moisture to preserve its beauty. Thus, it is always better to pack them last and unpack them first.
The article was originally published in Plan Your Wedding magazine.
